A Wrinkle in Time - Chapters 1-6 Quiz

Character Analysis: Describe the personality traits of Meg Murry. How does she change throughout the first six chapters?

• Meg Murry is initially kind, caring, and gentle, but becomes more mean, selfish, and aggressive as she faces challenges and learns to accept herself.

• Meg Murry is initially insecure, stubborn, and defensive, but becomes more confident, courageous, and compassionate as she faces challenges and learns to accept herself.

• Meg Murry is initially shy, timid, and weak, but becomes more outgoing, bold, and strong as she faces challenges and learns to accept herself.

• Meg Murry is initially confident, courageous, and compassionate, but becomes more insecure, stubborn, and defensive as she faces challenges and learns to accept herself.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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Character Analysis: What are the key characteristics of Charles Wallace? How does he contribute to the plot?

• Charles Wallace is lazy, uninterested, and disconnected from his sister, Meg. He contributes to the plot by causing problems and hindering their journey.

• Charles Wallace is selfish, dishonest, and untrustworthy. He contributes to the plot by betraying his sister, Meg, and causing conflict within the group.

• Charles Wallace is forgetful, clumsy, and lacks intelligence. He contributes to the plot by making mistakes and creating obstacles for the other characters.

• The key characteristics of Charles Wallace include his intelligence, intuition, and strong connection with his sister, Meg. He contributes to the plot by using his unique abilities to help Meg and the others on their journey.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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Plot Summary: Summarize the main events that occur in the first six chapters of 'A Wrinkle in Time'.

• The main events in the first six chapters of 'A Wrinkle in Time' include a birthday party for Meg

• The main events in the first six chapters of 'A Wrinkle in Time' include a visit to a museum

• The main events in the first six chapters of 'A Wrinkle in Time' include the introduction of the Murry family, the arrival of Mrs. Whatsit, Mrs. Who, and Mrs. Which, and the discovery of tesseract travel.

• The main events in the first six chapters of 'A Wrinkle in Time' include a trip to the beach

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

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CCSS.RL.7.2

Plot Summary: Explain how the concept of a tesseract is introduced and its significance to the story.

• The tesseract is a magical object that the characters find in a hidden cave, and its significance is to grant them wishes.

• Mrs. Whatsit introduces the concept of a tesseract as a way to travel through space and time by folding it.

• The concept of a tesseract is never introduced in the story, it is just a made-up term by the author to confuse the readers.

• The concept of a tesseract is introduced by the main character's science teacher as a way to solve complex mathematical problems.

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.1

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Theme Identification: Identify and explain one major theme present in the first six chapters of the book.

• The theme of friendship and loyalty

• The struggle between good and evil

• The theme of time travel and alternate dimensions

• The theme of environmental conservation and sustainability

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

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Setting Description: Describe the setting of the Murry household. How does it contribute to the overall mood of the story?

• The setting of the Murry household contributes to the overall mood of the story by creating a feeling of fear and danger.

• The setting of the Murry household contributes to the overall mood of the story by creating a feeling of mystery and anticipation.

• The setting of the Murry household contributes to the overall mood of the story by creating a feeling of joy and celebration.

• The setting of the Murry household contributes to the overall mood of the story by creating a feeling of boredom and indifference.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

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CCSS.RL.8.3

Setting Description: Explain the significance of the planet Camazotz and its role in the plot of the book.

• The planet Camazotz is a peaceful paradise where the main characters go for a vacation.

• The planet Camazotz is a minor location in the book and has no impact on the plot.

• The planet Camazotz is significant in the book as it is the central location where the main characters go to rescue Mr. Murry and where they encounter the oppressive force of IT.

• The planet Camazotz is insignificant in the book and has no role in the plot.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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CCSS.RL.8.3

Conflict Analysis: Identify and analyze one major conflict that arises in the first six chapters of the book.

• The conflict between Meg and her pet dog

• The conflict between Meg and the other students at school.

• The conflict between Meg and her parents

• The conflict between Meg and the weather

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

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CCSS.RL.7.2

Conflict Analysis: Discuss the internal conflict that Meg faces and how it impacts her character development.

• Meg faces internal conflict in trying to decide what to have for breakfast

• Meg faces internal conflict in deciding what to wear each day

• Meg faces internal conflict in choosing which book to read next

• Meg faces internal conflict in feeling inadequate and struggling with her own self-worth.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Character Analysis: Discuss the role of Mrs. Whatsit in the story. How does her character influence the plot?

• Mrs. Whatsit is a minor character who has no significant influence on the plot.

• Mrs. Whatsit is a key character who introduces the concept of tesseract and guides the children on their journey.

• Mrs. Whatsit is a negative character who creates obstacles for the children.

• Mrs. Whatsit is a comic character who provides comic relief in the story.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

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CCSS.RL.8.3